Free think-cell student license

Turn data into results through storytelling

think-cell is the fastest way to create stunning charts and unlock data storytelling in your presentations - for your studies and beyond.

Offering beyond free licenses

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  • Represent think-cell at your university
  • Get exclusive trainings
  • Stand out to employers
Case competition
Compete in case competition
  • Solve a real business case
  • Network with fellow students
  • Win prizes
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  • Sharpen your skills
  • Boost your CV
  • Get a certificate

What students say

Introduced to think-cell by a Cornell professor, it quickly became essential - sharpening my coursework, preparing me for a top-tier consulting internship, and raising the bar for our entire consulting club

think-cell discovered via: Professor
Program: Undergraduate
Career track: Consulting

Antoine Marc, Bachelor Student Economics and Philosophy at Cornell University

Before a professor told us about think-cell, I often struggled with slides. think-cell removed the grunt work, allowing me to focus on the content and the message - resulting in stronger impact in less time.

think-cell discovered via: Professor
Program: MBA
Career track: Finance

Omkar Dhandhe, MBA Candidate at IIM Ahemdabad

A friend who discovered it in class recommended think-cell to me. It improved my slides, to the point where teams rely on me for slide creation and professors have commented on the improvement. I’m now confident with a tool I know I’ll be using from day one in future roles

think-cell discovered via: Friend
Program: Undergraduate
Career track: Consulting

Kate Smith, Honors Finance & Business Analytics Student at Indiana University

Before think-cell, I struggled with charts and quantitative storytelling. After attending a think-cell workshop, it played a direct role in strengthening my consulting skill set and winning case competition placements

think-cell discovered via: Workshop
Program: Undergraduate
Career track: Consulting

Theo Chachati, Bachelor of Business Administration Student at American University of Beirut

The Ambassador Program introduced me to think-cell - and its core in my workflow now. It's made my visualizations faster, my storytelling clearer, and helped my team reach a case competition final with slides that earned real feedback

think-cell discovered via: Ambassador
Program: Undergraduate
Career track: Consulting

Mehak Kapil, MBA candidate at University of Maryland

I discovered think-cell through a case competition, and it became essential. Tight deadlines got easier - more time on analysis instead of PPT mechanics. The result: clearer visuals, more confident presentations, and stronger case interview and competition results​

think-cell discovered via: Case Competition​
Program: Undergraduate
Career track: Consulting

Leo Benderski, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Student at University of Mannheim

I was introduced to think-cell by a professor during my MBA, and it quickly became an essential part of my coursework and professional projects. It has significantly increased my efficiency and become the tool I rely on to get analysis presentation-ready.

think-cell discovered via: Professor
Program: MBA
Career track: Industry

Opeyemi Kayode, MBA Candidate at UNC Kenan-Flager Business School

My marketing professor during my MBA showed us think-cell and it's followed me ever since. From case competitions to my current internship in Treasury-Financial Services, think-cell has been invaluable.

think-cell discovered via: Professor
Program: MBA
Career track: Finance

Shivanshu Sinha, MBA Candidate at HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management

After a think-cell workshop, I started using it in case competitions and consulting projects - cutting chart time significantly and producing more better slides. It made me feel genuinely prepared for real consulting work!

think-cell discovered via: Workshop
Program: Undergraduate
Career track: Consulting

Joshua Burke, Bachelor in Economic Consulting at Kelley School of Business

Frequently asked questions

How much does a think-cell student license cost?

think-cell licenses for academic use are completely free of charge. There is no autorenewal function and we will never ask you for your bank or card details.

Who is eligible for a free academic think-cell license?

Any currently enrolled student at a verified higher education institution can access our program. Under this free licensing scheme, the software must be used exclusively for educational and non-commercial purposes.

Students are eligible to sign up for a free think-cell license via the think-cell Student Portal.

If you are a member of teaching staff, you can request a license directly via our Professor Portal.

How long is the license valid for?

Each academic license will be fulfilled by a free license key, valid for 12 months or until your graduation. Upon expiry, if you are still a student, you will be able to request a renewal. A new key will be generated and you will enjoy uninterrupted access to think-cell.

Does a think-cell student license come with full access to the software?

Yes! Any student using think-cell will access the same product with full functionality and features as any paying customer using it for commercial purposes. Any users with a free academic license will also have the same level of software updates and access to new versions and upcoming features of think-cell.

Is there a way to learn more about think-cell capabilities for students?

Yes! Find more information on the student pages about our offerings on campus ambassadorships, case competitions as well as certifications.

I am a member of teaching staff at an accredited higher education institution. Am I eligible for a free think-cell license?

Yes! You can request a free license as a member of teaching staff via our Professor Portal. You will be granted a free 12-month license pending a verification.

How much does a think-cell professor license cost?

think-cell licenses for academic use are completely free of charge. There is no autorenewal function and we will never ask you for your bank or card details.

Who is eligible for a free academic think-cell license?

Any teaching staff at a verified higher education institution can access our program. Under this free licensing scheme, the software must be used exclusively for educational and non-commercial purposes.

Teaching staff are able to request a free license via our Professor Portal. We will verify your eligibility and typically send you a confirmation within a few days.

How can my students use think-cell?

Any student currently enrolled in higher education is eligible to validate their own free license. To access their license key, they need to simply refer to the Student Portal.

Does think-cell provide material to help introduce the tool to the classroom?

Yes! We have a wealth of material to help you integrate think-cell into the classroom and engage your students with the hands-on use of an industry-standard tool.

From case-based homework assignments to free and comprehensive training resources, as a member of teaching staff you will be well set to help your students learn in-demand skills with think-cell.

For more information on how think-cell can help your students, please get in touch with our team at academics@think-cell.com.

I am a member of staff at a higher education institution (a research fellow, administrator, etc.). Can I access think-cell’s free academic licensing scheme?

Yes, staff at an accredited higher university are eligible for free and full use of our tool, but this license must be used exclusively for non-profit or educational purposes. 

To request access as a member of staff, simply request a license here.  

How can students or my colleagues access think-cell for free?

Any student or member of teaching staff can gain free access to think-cell via our landing page for students and professors.

Get to know the Academics Team

Feel free to contact our team at academics@think-cell.com

Head of Academic Programs

Jonas Gerhard

Academic Program Associate EMEA

Sibei Lin

Academic Program Associate APAC

Paul Tran

Academic Partnership Manager Americas

Josh Hewitt

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